DANIEL CONTRERAS
ASRC FEDERAL
California City,CA
8
years of professional experience
Safety focused Lead Aerospace/Mechanical Technician III with experience supporting critical aerospace test operations, operating heavy equipment, mechanical maintenance, fabrication, and infrastructure installation. Skilled in leading crews, interpreting blueprints and technical procedures, maintaining calibrated test equipment, and troubleshooting diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and instrumentation systems. Dependable and hands-on, with a strong record of completing complex projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Work History
Lead Aerospace/Mechanical Technician III
3 Years 9 Months- Lead test structure build up, following procedures, and reading blueprints.
- Operated telehandler, forklifts, and excavators to support the installation of water pipelines for a critical test stand quench system, performed fit checks, excavated for pipe supports and thrust blocks, then installed pipeline sections to tie in the quench system with proper alignment.
- Cutting and flaring high pressure stainless tubing, repairing and replacing leaking relief valves.
- Led Major Demo of outdated test structures.
- Installing cables to the test facility, performing electrical/instrumentation check outs and repairs for several large test operations.
- Perform as Red Crew Leader for multiple critical test operations.
- Installed, spliced and terminated fiber optic cabling to provide reliable network communications.
- Bending and threading conduit, cutting, and threading piping, repairing flange leaks, bending, and flaring high pressure stainless tubing, repairing leaks, and replacing leaking relief valves and gauges.
- Install reinforced structure to protect equipment from weather and potential hazards.
- Frequent check outs and upkeep of equipment per safety requirements.
- Rope rescue, confined space and HazMat certified.
- Diagnostics and repair diesel equipment and performing routine maintenance on light duty equipment.
- Certified excavator, skid steer, forklift, tractor, telehandler, boom lift, and scissor lift operator.
- Fabricated structural stands, electrical panels, pressure gauge and regulator panels.
- Operated Skip Loader to create fire breaks around facilities.
- Constructed large concrete forms then properly aligned and installed reinforcing steel for structural support.
- Operated plasma cutter and cutting torches to modify large structural base plates for anchoring and fitment.
Maintenance Worker II
7 Months- Operated front loader and tractor grapple to clear significant road hazards.
- Conducted regular vehicle and equipment maintenance to support safe operations.
- Operated tractor to maintain clear roads and sidewalks by removing weeds.
- Operated excavator to efficiently load asphalt into dump trailer.
- Operated road sweeper to remove excess dirt and debris from high traffic roads.
- Performed asphalt cutting and excavation of gravel and soil to gain access to water leaks for repairs.
- Performed trench backfilling for water and gas lines with soil and asphalt to enhance road structure and safety.
Auto Mechanic
2 Years 9 Months- Conducted thorough vehicle diagnostics to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Ensured proper functionality of tools while monitoring parts inventory for efficiency.
- Performed necessary repairs, including replacement of defective or damaged parts, to restore vehicle functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of automotive systems.
- Maintained tooling and tracked parts inventory.
- Conducted repairs, including replacing defective or damaged mechanical parts.
Education
Diploma
Skills
Certified Heavy Equipment Operation: excavator
telehandler
forklift
tractor
skid steer
man lift
boom lift.
Ability to follow procedures and blueprints.
Mechanical
hydraulic
and pneumatic maintenance
troubleshooting and repairs.
Ability to operate plasma cutter and cutting torch.
Test structure maintenance and troubleshooting.
Equipment inspection
and coordination
Preventive maintenance
Troubleshooting
Safety compliance.
Timeline
Lead Aerospace/Mechanical Technician III
ASRC FEDERAL
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Maintenance Worker II
California City Public Works
04.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Auto Mechanic
L&S Automotive Repair
09.2018 - 06.2021Read More
California City High School
Diploma
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